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Simple Modify techniques

In many cases, we can manipulate Revit the same way we draw in 2D.…For example, if you have two lengths of…pipe that aren't connected, you can actually use the…trim command not only connect them, but add your…fittings, rise drop symbols and any connected you needed.…We're going to look at split, trim, extend, offset and array.…So, to get started, let's go to our sprinkler floor plan, one sprinkler.…Let's go out in this other building, that we haven't touched yet.…Let's just draw some pipes in.…

On the system tab, select Pipe. Put type Sprinkler, diameter six inch.…Let's offset it at two foot four. Let's change our detail level to Fine.…I'm going to draw a pipe from here to here, I don't care how long it is.…Hit Escape a couple of times,…right click on this pipe and create similar.…Let's try one down here at like 45 degrees.…Escape and let's try another one over here.…Hit Escape. Now suppose we wanted to connect these.…

Let's add another level of complicity.…Go ahead and select the pipe in the middle.…Let's give that an offset of nine feet.…

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10/24/2013

Revit MEP is a module in Revit streamlined for MEP trades and processes—putting the right tools right at your fingertips whether you're working on mechanical, electrical, or plumbing documents. This course teaches you how to set up your first project in Revit MEP, import structural and architectural detail from other models, and start designing your systems. Author Eric Wing breaks down the techniques specific to each trade—mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection. Learn everything from creating circuits to sizing ductwork, adding pipes, and modeling sprinklers. The final chapter provides an overview of Revit workflow details like creating schedules, working with dimensions, and printing sheets.